Area News Highlights
Argenta-Oreana’s speed too much for Arcola
Arcola senior QB Brevyn Whisman (3) hands the ball off to sophomore David Bates (23) in an LPC matchup with Argenta-Oreana on Fri. Sept. 12. Arcola lost 45-7. The Purple Riders play at Arcola on Fri. Sept. 19 for a Homecoming game with Sangamon Valley/Tri-City. Photo by Nancy Rairden. By Mike Monahan ARGENTA – The…
Read MoreCGB picks up LPC win in volleyball
CGB jr. varsity libero Brooklyn Dupont goes up high to spike the ball over the net in the Broncos game with ALAH in the JV Knights Classic tournament on September 13. Watching Brooklyn are Joann Ramirez (16) and Maci Mills (5). By Mike Monahan FISHER– The Cerro Gordo/Bement volleyball team opened play in the Lincoln…
Read More“Nothing Better Than a Class Reunion,” just ask the A-H Class of 1965
The Atwood-Hammond Class of ’65, still looking good after 60 years. Pictured front: Gene Yoacum and Danny Powell. Second row, left to right: Sandra Simmons, Jeanne Sheffer Lust, Debbie Reeder Chenoweth, Sue Blaney Falk, Martha Chesnut, Gaye Jurgens Powell, Cindy Murphy Koshinski. Back row: Chris Wunnenberg, Mike Ferguson, John Schable, Bob Moody, George Pourchot, Ray…
Read MoreA-H Class of ’62 Dedicates Bench to Rajah Park
Six members of the A-H Class of ’62 were present for the dedication of the bench at Rajah Park. Pictured, left to right, Carl Harshbarger, Butch McDivett, Mike Jurgens, Sue (Bolin) Chenoweth, Kathy (Upright) Russell and Larry Price. By Doris Elmore Reuniting with classmates to celebrate a reunion is a great experience, but when you…
Read MoreIllinois 32 in Cerro Gordo to close Sept. 16
CERRO GORDO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that Illinois 32 (Jackson Street) on the east edge of Cerro Gordo will close Sept. 16. The closure is necessary for Norfolk Southern to replace its crossing and is expected to last three to five days. A detour will be posted. Motorists can expect delays and…
Read MoreArthur CUSD Unit #305 Participates in Bikes for Books Program
Pictured is first grader Ellie Dickson of Atwood-Hammond Grade School pictures with lodge members. Second row, Roger Harris, Stan Harris, Michael Dietrich, Syed Asghar and Rick Fiala. Back row: Gary Appleby, Josh Bartley, Tim Likens and Dan Lindsey. Fourth grader Mason Gutierrez of Arthur Grade School was also a winner, but no picture was available.…
Read MoreMT. ZION KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MAKES DONATION TO MT ZION CUSD #3 SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
MT. ZION KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MAKES DONATION TO MT ZION CUSD #3 SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT. Mt. Zion CUSD #3 special education department received a donation of $2,008.95 from the Mt. Zion Knights of Columbus Council 11582 from their annual Tootsie Roll drive. The money received is used to purchase supplies and materials across the district’s…
Read MoreKnights Pick Up Second Win of the 2025 Season
In the Saturday night game with Tri-County the Knights’ defense held the Titans scoreless. Here several ALAH defenders including Elijah VanSyoc (0), Payton Warrior (5), Trey Strode (20) and others tackle a Titan runner. Photos by Sally McCarthy By Sally McCarthy The Arthur Lovington Atwood Hammond Knights football team played the Tri-County Titans on Saturday,…
Read MoreALAH Has Four Medalists at Annual Charleston High School XC Invitational
These four ALAH high school cross country runners all earned medals at the annual Charleston High School XC Invitational on Saturday, September 6. The top 40 runners in each division earned medals. The race included athletes from all three IHSA classes running altogether. From left to right: Colton Snyder ran 17:11.89 to earn 34th place;…
Read MoreKaraline Vanausdoll makes all tournament team at Olney; team wins Silver Pool
The ALAH Knights came into their second home game on a three game win streak. They would extend that streak to 4 and remain undefeated on the season in their match with the St.Teresa Bulldogs. Here Knights Morgan Casteel (4) sets the ball up to her senior teammate Savannah Butcher (32). Morgan recorded 9 assists…
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